1973 Austin Allegro vs. 1995 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1995 Toyota Previa is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Austin Allegro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Austin Allegro would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Previa (133 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1973 Austin Allegro. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Previa weights approximately 815 kg more than 1973 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin Allegro. (81 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin Allegro | 1995 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Allegro | Previa |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 75 L |
